Helplines in Nova Scotia, Canada.

Contact a hotline in Nova Scotia, Canada for help supporting a loved one with mental health problems.

It's normal to be concerned when it seems like someone you care about is not acting like their usual self. You may wonder whether they are struggling with their mental health. 1 helplines are available in Nova Scotia, Canada to offer you support and advice. Feel free to reach out if these signs seem familiar:

• They have suddenly lost or gained a lot of weight.
• They have told you that they are having trouble sleeping.
• They are struggling at school or work.
• They have become more withdrawn.
• They seem secretive, like they're hiding something.
• They have mentioned that they have the intention to hurt someone else.
• They have started talking in a slow, low voice without much expression.
• They have stopped caring about their physical appearance.

When someone you love opens up to you about difficult thoughts and feelings, not knowing how to respond is very normal. Yet it can make you feel helpless and cause you distress. Fortunately, there are lots of simple ways you can show your support.

Contacting a helpline in Nova Scotia, Canada can put you in touch with a compassionate counselor. A helpline counselor can offer you helpful advice for supporting a loved one you're concerned about. You can also get help for any difficult emotions you may be experiencing as a result of your loved one's behavior.